Jun 29 Monday
The Jackson Missouri Chamber of Commerce is hosting a town hall for the Cape Girardeau Presiding Commissioner candidates on Monday, June 29, 2026. The event will be held at the Jackson Civic Center where you can hear from the candidates on what their vision looks like for the future of Cape Girardeau County and its communities.
Jul 10 Friday
Scout Hall presents Matt “The Rattlesnake” Lesch at its next “Broadway Blues” event.
Born in 1997 in St. Louis Missouri, Matt “The Rattlesnake” Lesch started playing guitar at the age of 11. By the age of 12, he took a serious interest in blues and started studying the masters such as Albert King, B.B. King, Freddie King, Buddy Guy, Robert Johnson, Muddy Waters and Howlin’ Wolf.
Jul 21 Tuesday
Elvis Presley performed at the A. C. Brase Arena Building in Cape Girardeau on July 20, 1955 and Elvis impersonator Finley Watkins is bringing the full live band show to Cape Girardeau in celebration of Elvis' original visit 71 years to the day.
There will be food available beginning at 5:00 p.m. and the show kicks off at 6:00 p.m. and the event is free and all are welcome.
Jul 03 Friday
Join us for our Community Blood Drive and make a lifesaving difference! Donate blood or platelets and help support those in need in our community. Schedule your appointment easily through the American Red Cross Blood Donor app, call 1-800-REDCROSS, or click the link provided. To save time, please complete your RapidPass on the morning of your donation and bring a printout or screenshot of your QR code, along with a valid photo ID. Your generosity can help save lives—thank you for being a hero! (ages 16+)
Accessibility: The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Food Allergies: We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
This event is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by the Missouri State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State.
Jul 30 Thursday
UWSEMO is hosting an after-hours event for young professionals on Thursday, July 30.
Come engage with local professionals who want to make a difference and discover how your skills and experience can support a nonprofit mission as a board or committee member. Meet our funded partners needing volunteers and connect with a cause you care about!